AW101 Merlin
Type: Medium Lift Helicopter
Domain: air
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Manufacturer: Leonardo
Overview
The AgustaWestland AW101 Merlin is a medium-lift military helicopter designed and manufactured by Leonardo (formerly AgustaWestland). It serves in anti-submarine warfare, medium-lift transport, search and rescue, and airborne early warning roles. Its three-engine design provides exceptional safety and performance over water, making it a preferred choice for naval operations.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 2-4 |
|---|---|
| range | 1,389 km |
| ceiling | 15,000 ft |
| engines | 3x Rolls-Royce Turbomeca RTM322 |
| max_speed | 309 km/h |
| max_weight | 15,600 kg |
| passengers | 24-30 troops |
| rotor_diameter | 18.59 m |
Operators
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Portugal
- Denmark
- Japan
- Canada
- Norway
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